Husker wrestling takes Big Ten matchup against Illinois

No. 8 Nebraska (11-1, 5-1 Big Ten) built a 15-4 lead at the halfway point and held off an Illinois comeback in a 22-13 triumph Saturday evening.

The Huskers return home next weekend for their final dual of the season at the Devaney Center. Nebraska will honor Caleb Kolb, Shawn Nagel and Adam Joseph as part of its Senior Night activities prior to its dual against Michigan at 7 p.m. CT.